Life hacks with running items

It’s Friday! Fr-fr-fr-Friday! My weeks are always busy, but not any more so than most people, but this week was somehow over the top. I had an onsite training to go to, 2 online trainings that I led, Shoo went to the chiropractor once and the physical therapist twice, and Beer Geek had a work event one night. So, I have a couple of runfessions for you all about my week. In addition to that, it’s Friday Five and I wanted to share how I use some of my running items when I’m not running. {Most of the below links are affiliate links…}

Katherine Tank from Skirt Sports (affiliate link) – I love this top. It not only looks cute, but it fits well for running. I have it in two colors and you’ll be much more likely to find me wearing it to work or a social event than to a run. But when I have a crazy busy day? I’ll wear it to look good and then change shoes and head out for a run.

Hip Sister or Flip Belt (affiliate link)f- I admit I have both of these and I don’t love running with them. I have wide hips and a small waist, so no matter what I do, they slide up and I just don’t love the feel of them around my waist. (Just a sensory thing, they are plenty comfortable.) But you know when I love to wear them? To work when I don’t have pockets. They are super comfortable and unobtrusive and I can keep my phone on me at all times without having to have it in my hands.

Jackery Phone Charger – They have a few, but I bought their big one for my first Ragnar. Best.purchase.ever. I had no problem keeping my phone charged for the entire trip. Now it’s pretty much always in my purse. While it’s a tad big to fit in a pocket, it’s perfect if you are going to be away from electricity for a while (read: soccer tournament).

Ultimate Direction belt (affiliate link)- I won this belt from the party at Skirt Sports last fall. I don’t generally run with it (I prefer my handheld), but for hiking and walking, this thing is the bomb! Totally comfortable and lots of different bottles work in it.

Nuun – Runfession: I’m addicted to this stuff. I’m not good about drinking plain, flat water, so I’m often on the verge of dehydration. Enter Nuun. I break it into small pieces and put it in most glasses of water that I drink each day. I don’t need the electrolytes when I’m working, but the little bit of flavor that it adds helps me get a lot more water into my system.

And now for a few more Runfessions:

I did not mean for this week to be a fall back week, but umm, last week I ran 41 miles. So far this week? 6 miles.

I’m already beginning to mentally pack for our trip to New England. I’ll need 7 running outfits. Guess how many skirts I plan to take? All of them. That’s the beauty of driving to an event.

I actually got on the treadmill to run yesterday, ran a half mile, and decided walking was a better idea. I don’t know if it’s mental or physical, but apparently running 30-40 miles per week for 4 weeks, after averaging 15 miles per week for several months, has taken a bit of a toll. Next week, however, will be back at the high mileage for one more training week before New England.

What favorite running item has made its way into your everyday life? Was it a conscious decision or accidental?

Today, I’m linking up for my usual Friday Five with Courtney, Mar, and Cynthia, and I’m joining Marcia for some Friday Runfessions.

I also have a HipSister. I love all the uses & pockets (my youngest daughter wore it all summer last year for her lawn mowing job), but it rides up to (and plants itself on) my waist as well. It is what it is…ALL belts do this on me. I have learned to just slide this (and all other belts) UNDER my shirt, and start with them on my waist….then I don’t have to get annoyed by the sliding of it. #smallwaistprobsKimberly Hatting recently posted…Fashion Fitness Hacks—‘Fessing Up

I bought a down vest from Athleta for running in the winter but wear it just as much with normal clothes. And I have several long sleeve Athleta tops that I wear both running and on weekends. Haven’t worn it to work yet though, my work place is too dressy.

The flip belt underneath a shirt is a great idea !Karen @ Fit in France recently posted…April Runfessions

That is a great top to wear for double duty! I’ve been bringing my SLS3 pocket belt to the gym when I don’t bring my purse and wearing it home if I need to stop at the grocery store that way I have my phone and wallet. Thanks for linking!Marcia recently posted…Runfession Friday: Is it a Medal or a Keychain?

Great tips – I like the flip belt idea! I figured out that Race Dots work well for “pinning” on conference name badges since I rarely have a lapel for the clip but they will stick to the magnets.Coco recently posted…Changing Up My Workout Routine

I love your work/run outfit! I have the same problem with all the hip belts but they do come in handy when traveling. They also don’t bother me when cycling so I’ll use them for that too.HoHo Runs recently posted…Five Runfessions (April)

Your work to run outfit looks great in both photos. My running attire has become part of my golfing attire when I need a lightweight jacket (hello MCM 2014 race jacket) and of course my beloved Throlo Experia socks I wear for everything now because they are so comfy. Enjoy your trip and yes, packing for a road trip is so nice when you can bring anything and everything! It’s good to have options.Pam recently posted…London Marathon Race Recap

Love the top and what a great idea to take advantage of the flip belt! Sadly I’m not much of a life hacker…maybe I just need more running stuff haha!Janelle @ Run With No Regrets recently posted…Runfessions – April 2016

That’s a great idea for belts. I’m always thirsty when I’m hiking and it’s tough to have a water bottle because sometimes I need both hands to steady myself or hoist up a level.Lesley recently posted…Friday Five: Completely Random

Great list. I love when my running stuff serves general life purposes. I too am addicted to my Nuun, haha. I have a couple of tubes at work. I keep some regular and some of the All Day at work for drinking there. The all day is nice because it is the flavor without the electrolytes (with some vitamins added).

I actually don’t think any of my running gear has made it into every day life. But most of my things are OBVIOUSLY running gear. Trust me. If I could wear a dri-fit shirt with the Ragnar symbol on front to work, I would. But alas, Ragnar shirts are not quite business casual

This year after looking at my work clothes, I decided that I needed more work shirts, but ended up buying more work out clothes, so I’ve been incorporating them to my work clothes. And plan to do so until somebody calls me on it!

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A slightly obnoxious mom and wife who loves good beer and running, who struggles a bit with depression especially in the winter and when running isn’t allowed, who’d rather go on a fun vacation than upgrade the kitchen or add a master bath.

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